This book provides a clear, to-the-point review of the current status between advanced economies and emerging markets, the economic and political factors, as well as the local conditions in general in the emerging countries. I found it very interesting and highly recommend it to anyone with a global footprint. -Robert Moore Bernardos, European Program Manager, Atradius, Amsterdam, Netherlands. A comprehensive account detailing contemporary issues pertinent to global economics and international trade. An invaluable reference book for students, professionals, entrepreneurs, and politicians. -Osei Owusu-Agyeman, CEO, Agyeman Projects and Investments, Accra, Ghana. There is intense competition among emerging markets to capture their share of the global economy. This book addresses questions that are ger mane to accomplish- ing this goal. Most important to this end is the study and practice of international business and foreign trade. Marcus Goncalves is an Associate Professor of Management and Chair of the International Business Program at Nichols College, with 28 years of international management consulting experience in Latin America, Europe, Middle East, Asia, and the U.S.